An anti-tangling washing machine and its control method

Abstract

This invention relates to an anti-tangling washing machine and its control method, belonging to the field of washing machine technology, and solves the technical problem that clothes easily tangle together during washing in existing washing machines. The anti-tangling washing machine includes a washing machine body with a washing tub; and a slush ball generator installed on the washing machine body, used to generate slush balls and add them to the washing tub. The control method includes determining whether the washing machine body is in rinsing mode; if the washing machine body is in rinsing mode, turning on the slush ball generator; if the washing machine body is not in rinsing mode, turning off the slush ball generator. In this way, by generating slush balls and adding them to the washing tub of the washing machine body, the slush balls fill the spaces between the clothes in the washing tub, thus separating the clothes and preventing them from tangling together during washing. The slush balls can completely dissolve in the water, preventing them from clogging the drainage channels of the washing machine body.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of washing machine technology, and specifically relates to an anti-tangling washing machine and its control method. Background Technology

[0002] Top-loading washing machines are simple in structure, lightweight, easy to operate, and easy to move, and are much cheaper than front-loading washing machines, thus enjoying a large market share. However, top-loading washing machines rely entirely on the pulsator at the bottom to rotate the clothes during washing. This can cause clothes to easily tangle together, resulting in uneven rinsing, higher water consumption, and longer washing times. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention provides an anti-tangling washing machine and its control method, which solves the technical problem that clothes are easily tangled together when washed in existing washing machines.

[0004] This invention is achieved through the following technical solution: an anti-tangling washing machine, comprising:

[0005] The washing machine body includes a washing tub;

[0006] A slush ball generator is installed on the washing machine body. The slush ball generator is used to generate slush balls and put the generated slush balls into the washing tub.

[0007] Furthermore, in order to better realize the present invention, the washing machine body includes a detergent dispenser;

[0008] The slush ball generator is installed in the detergent dispenser.

[0009] Furthermore, in order to better realize the present invention, the detergent box is provided with a water injection channel for injecting water into the washing tub;

[0010] The slush ball generator is installed inside the detergent box, and the slush ball generator includes a water inlet channel and a slush ball outlet. The water inlet channel is connected to the water injection channel, and the water inlet channel is equipped with a valve for controlling the on / off state.

[0011] The detergent dispenser also has a ball outlet channel facing the washing tub, which is located below the slush ball outlet.

[0012] The present invention also provides a control method for controlling the above-mentioned anti-tangling washing machine, the control method comprising:

[0013] Determine whether the washing machine body is in rinsing mode;

[0014] If the washing machine is in rinsing mode, the slush ball generator is activated.

[0015] If the washing machine body is not in rinsing mode, turn off the slush ball generator.

[0016] Furthermore, to better realize the present invention, the step of activating the slush ball generator when the washing machine body is in rinsing mode specifically involves:

[0017] The slush ball generator is activated when the remaining rinsing time is less than or equal to the predetermined time.

[0018] Furthermore, in order to better implement the present invention, the predetermined time is 10 minutes.

[0019] Furthermore, to better implement the present invention, the step of activating the slush ball generator when the remaining rinsing time is less than or equal to a predetermined time specifically involves:

[0020] Obtain the load weight M inside the washing tub;

[0021] The ratio Q is obtained based on the load weight M and the rated weight N of the washing tub, where Q = M / N;

[0022] The diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator is controlled according to the ratio Q.

[0023] Furthermore, to better realize the present invention, the diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator is controlled according to the ratio Q, specifically as follows:

[0024] The ratio Q ≤ 1 / 3, and the diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator ≤ 5mm.

[0025] Furthermore, to better realize the present invention, the diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator is controlled according to the ratio Q, specifically as follows:

[0026] The ratio Q ∈ (1 / 3, 2 / 3) and the diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator ∈ (5mm, 8mm).

[0027] Furthermore, to better realize the present invention, the diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator is controlled according to the ratio Q, specifically as follows:

[0028] The ratio Q ≥ 2 / 3, and the diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator ≥ 8mm.

[0029] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0030] (1) The anti-tangling washing machine provided by the present invention includes a washing machine body and a slush ball generator. The washing machine body has a washing tub, and the slush ball generator is installed on the washing machine body. The slush ball generator is used to generate slush balls and put the generated slush balls into the washing tub. With the above structure, the slush ball generator generates slush balls and puts the slush balls into the washing tub of the washing machine body. Since the density of the slush balls is slightly less than that of water, the slush balls can be freely suspended in the water. When there are clothes in the washing tub, the slush balls fill the gaps between the clothes in the washing tub, thereby separating the clothes and preventing them from tangling together during the washing process. Moreover, the slush balls can completely dissolve in water, so it can avoid the slush balls clogging the drainage channel of the washing machine body.

[0031] (2) The control method of the anti-tangling washing machine provided by the present invention includes determining whether the washing machine body is in the rinsing mode. If the washing machine is in the rinsing mode, the slush ball generator is turned on. The slush ball generator generates slush balls and puts the slush balls into the washing tub of the washing machine body. Since the density of the slush balls is slightly less than that of water, the slush balls can be suspended freely in the water. When there are clothes in the washing tub, the slush balls fill the gaps between the clothes in the washing tub, thereby separating the clothes and preventing the clothes from tangling together during the washing process. Moreover, the slush balls can completely dissolve in water, so it can avoid the slush balls from clogging the drainage channel of the washing machine body. If the washing machine body is in the rinsing mode, the slush balls are turned off. Attached Figure Description

[0032] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0033] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the slush ball generator on the detergent box in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the valve when it is open in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the valve when it is closed in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the water inlet channel of the slush ball generator in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the anti-tangling washing machine provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 The top view of the anti-tangling washing machine shown;

[0039] Figure 7 This is a flowchart of the control method provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 8 yes Figure 5 A magnified view of region A in the image.

[0041] In the picture:

[0042] 1-Detergent dispenser; 11-Water filling channel;

[0043] 2-Slush ball generator; 21-Water inlet channel; 22-Slush ball outlet; 23-Valve; 24-Ball outlet channel;

[0044] 3-Washing machine body;

[0045] 4-Top cover seat;

[0046] 5-Inlet hose. Detailed Implementation

[0047] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the technical solutions of this invention will be described in detail below. Obviously, the described embodiments are merely some embodiments of this invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this invention, all other implementation methods obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0048] Example 1:

[0049] This embodiment provides an anti-tangling washing machine, such as... Figures 1 to 4 As shown, it includes a washing machine body and a slush ball generator 2. The washing machine body includes a washing tub for washing clothes. The slush ball generator 2 is installed on the washing machine body and is used to generate slush balls and put them into the washing tub. It should be noted that the slush ball generator 2 in this embodiment is prior art, so it will not be described in detail here. The slush ball generator 2 can be installed on the washing machine lid or the top cover of the washing machine body. A separate water channel can be provided on the washing machine body to supply water to the slush ball generator 2. When the slush ball generator 2 is running, it makes slush balls from the water.

[0050] With the above structure, the slush ball generator 2 generates slush balls and puts them into the washing tub of the washing machine. Since the density of the slush balls is slightly less than that of water, they can float freely in the water. When there are clothes in the washing tub, the slush balls fill the gaps between the clothes, thus separating them and preventing them from tangling together during washing. Moreover, the slush balls can completely dissolve in water, so they can prevent the slush balls from clogging the drain channel of the washing machine.

[0051] In another embodiment of this invention, the washing machine body includes a detergent dispenser 1, and a slush ball generator 2 is installed in the detergent dispenser 1. Figure 5 , Figure 6 as well as Figure 8 As shown, the detergent dispenser 1 is installed on the top cover of the washing machine body, and water is supplied to the detergent dispenser 1 through the water inlet hose.

[0052] Optionally, the slush ball generator 2 is installed inside the detergent dispenser 1, and the slush ball generator 2 includes a water inlet channel 21 and a slush ball outlet 22. The water inlet channel 21 is used to introduce water into the slush ball generator 2, and the slush balls produced by the slush ball generator 2 are discharged from the slush ball outlet 22. The detergent dispenser 1 is provided with a water injection channel 11 for injecting water into the washing tub. The water inlet channel 21 of the slush ball generator 2 is connected to the water injection channel 11 of the detergent dispenser 1. A valve 23 for controlling the on / off state is installed in the water inlet channel 21. When the detergent dispenser 1 injects water into the washing tub, if it is necessary to add slush balls into the washing tub, the valve 23 is opened, so that the water in the water injection channel 11 of the detergent dispenser 1 enters the slush ball generator 2 through the water inlet channel 21. If it is not necessary to add slush balls into the washing tub, the valve 23 is closed. The detergent dispenser 1 is also provided with a ball outlet channel 24 leading to the washing tub. The ball outlet channel 24 is located below the slush ball outlet 22. The slush balls coming out of the slush ball outlet 22 roll into the washing tub through the ball outlet channel 24.

[0053] Example 2:

[0054] This embodiment provides a control method for controlling the anti-tangling washing machine in Embodiment 1, such as... Figure 7As shown, the control method includes whether the washing machine is in rinsing mode. If the washing machine is in rinsing mode, the slush ball generator 2 is turned on. The slush ball generator 2 generates slush balls and puts them into the washing tub of the washing machine. Since the density of slush balls is slightly less than that of water, the slush balls can suspend freely in the water. When there are clothes in the washing tub, the slush balls fill the gaps between the clothes in the washing tub, thereby separating the clothes and preventing them from tangling together during the washing process. Moreover, the slush balls can completely dissolve in water, so it can avoid clogging the drainage channel of the washing machine. If the washing machine is not in rinsing mode, the slush ball generator 2 is turned off.

[0055] It should be noted that the rinsing mode described in this embodiment refers to the washing machine being in the state of washing clothes. Of course, some washing machines also have spin-drying mode, drying mode, etc. The aforementioned slush ball generator 2 is only activated in the rinsing mode. Of course, the slush ball generator 2 is electrically connected to the control module of the washing machine body, so that the control module is used to control the opening and closing of the slush ball generator 2.

[0056] Optionally, in this embodiment, the slush ball generator 2 is activated only when the remaining rinsing time is less than or equal to the predetermined time. In other words, in rinsing mode, the slush ball generator 2 is activated only when the predetermined time remains to create slush balls and add them to the washing tub. It is easy to understand that the slush ball generator 2 is not continuously activated throughout all rinsing periods, thus saving energy. Optionally, the predetermined time is 10 minutes.

[0057] Optionally, when the remaining rinsing time is less than or equal to the predetermined time, activate the slush ball generator 2, specifically as follows:

[0058] The washing machine body weighs the load weight M (including the sum of the weight of the washing water and the weight of the clothes) inside the washing tub using a weighing module. Then, based on the load weight M and the rated weight N of the washing tub (rated weight equals the product of rated volume and the density of the washing water), a ratio Q is obtained, where Q = M / N. Finally, the diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator 2 is controlled according to the aforementioned ratio Q. Specifically, when the ratio Q ≤ 1 / 3, the diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator 2 is ≤ 5mm; when the ratio Q ∈ (1 / 3, 2 / 3), the diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator 2 ∈ (5mm, 8mm); and when the ratio Q ≥ 2 / 3, the diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator 2 is ≥ 8mm.

[0059] Since the load weight inside the washing tub is positively correlated with the amount of laundry, the larger the load (i.e., the more clothes), the larger the diameter of the slush balls should be. Conversely, the smaller the load (i.e., the fewer clothes), the smaller the diameter of the slush balls should be. This effectively separates the clothes and promotes energy conservation. It should be noted that the slush ball generator 2 controls the diameter of the generated slush balls by controlling the ice-making time. A longer ice-making time results in a larger diameter slush ball, and a shorter time results in a smaller diameter slush ball.

[0060] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope described in the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. An anti-tangling washing machine, characterized in that, include: The washing machine body includes a washing tub; A slush ball generator is installed on the washing machine body. The slush ball generator is used to generate slush balls and put the generated slush balls into the washing tub. The washing machine body includes a detergent dispenser; the slush ball generator is installed in the detergent dispenser; The detergent dispenser is provided with a water injection channel for injecting water into the washing tub; The slush ball generator is installed inside the detergent box, and the slush ball generator includes a water inlet channel and a slush ball outlet. The water inlet channel is connected to the water injection channel, and the water inlet channel is equipped with a valve for controlling the on / off state. The detergent dispenser also has a ball outlet channel facing the washing tub, which is located below the slush ball outlet.

2. A control method for an anti-tangling washing machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that, include: Determine whether the washing machine body is in rinsing mode; If the washing machine is in rinsing mode, the slush ball generator is activated. If the washing machine body is not in rinsing mode, turn off the slush ball generator.

3. The control method according to claim 2, characterized in that: If the washing machine is in rinsing mode, the slush ball generator is activated, specifically as follows: The slush ball generator is activated when the remaining rinsing time is less than or equal to the predetermined time.

4. The control method according to claim 3, characterized in that: The scheduled time is 10 minutes.

5. The control method according to claim 3, characterized in that: When the remaining rinsing time is less than or equal to the predetermined time, the slush ball generator is activated, specifically as follows: Obtain the load weight M inside the washing tub; The ratio Q is obtained based on the load weight M and the rated weight N of the washing tub, where Q = M / N; The diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator is controlled according to the ratio Q.

6. The control method according to claim 5, characterized in that: The diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator is controlled according to the ratio Q, specifically as follows: The ratio Q ≤ 1 / 3, and the diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator ≤ 5mm.

7. The control method according to claim 5, characterized in that: The diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator is controlled according to the ratio Q, specifically as follows: The ratio Q ∈ (1 / 3, 2 / 3) and the diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator ∈ (5mm, 8mm).

8. The control method according to claim 5, characterized in that: The diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator is controlled according to the ratio Q, specifically as follows: The ratio Q ≥ 2 / 3, and the diameter D of the slush balls generated by the slush ball generator ≥ 8mm.

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